Lead Medical Technologist; Full Time; E/N

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

the departmental workflows, principles and instrumentation; correlates and interprets data based on knowledge of technical and instrumental conditions affecting test results. Takes a lead role in designing and implementing training for students and laboratory personnel evaluates new methods

Must maintain a minimum of 12 CE credits per year.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities:

• 1. Demonstrates advanced technical competency in performing a variety of laboratory tests to ensure that accurate results can be provided for good patient care.

1. 1 Understands basic principles and techniques; understands instrumentation and equipment and shows good judgment in using them.
2. 2 Performs tests following established laboratory procedures with no written reminder for non-compliance.
3. 3 Assigns priorities to laboratory tests according to daily & weekly schedule and organizes workload for

1. 4 Performs maintenance tasks, per assigned laboratory schedule, and established policy.
2. 5 Reviews incomplete work list completing assigned tests within established turnaround time frame as per

1. 6 Evaluates and documents acceptability of kits, reagents, standards, and biologicals, according to

1. 7 Monitors reagent and commercial control levels so that patient testing is not interrupted. Demonstrates knowledge of QC data assessment; applies such knowledge to assessment of daily runs and knows when to consult with a supervisor.

• 2. Provides for the accurate reporting of laboratory results to ensure continuity of patient care by demonstrating computer, communication, and documentation skills

1. 1 Records results clearly, legibly and accurately, as soon as test is completed and documents and initials all patient results onto corresponding work list.
2. 2 Is cognizant of the hospital's policy concerning personal phone calls and the use of cellphones. Restricts personal use for emergencies only. Answers laboratory phones in a timely and professional fashion.
3. 3 Demonstrates competency in entry of patient results into the LIS. Results are entered in a timely fashion. Deletes Any erroneous results before verification. Enters appropriate comment when a result is changed. Incurs no more than 3 documented incidents.

• 3. Fosters mature respectful relationships with fellow employees, patients, and staff to ensure a professionalenvironment and approach to all work areas..

1. 1 Adheres to hospital policy concerning time limitations for break/lunch periods.
2. 2 Participates in teaching laboratory personnel, Medical Technology students and laboratory residents

1. 3 Documents procedures taught and countersigns parallel runs of trainee and brings them, when

1. 4 Demonstrates a positive approach to learning new or existing methods, techniques and/or procedures.

1. 5 Accepts constructive criticism in a positive manner and takes corrective action to improve performance

1. 6 Able to foster a team approach to solve problems with other departments within Laboratory Medicine by

1. 7 Demonstrates ability to work with co-workers and supervisors and shows willingness to work as a

• 4. Demonstrates independence by ability to recognize and troubleshoot problems related to procedures and or

• 1 Recognizes problems related to inappropriate outcome of procedures, notifies a supervisor of the

1. 2 Recognizes malfunction of instrumentation and equipment used and can perform basic as well as

1. 3 Participates & develops procedural expertise, generally resulting from an evaluation of a new complex

1. 4 Participates in the writing and review of technical procedures, standardization of techniques, and

1. 5 Actively participates in regulatory readiness. Works closely with the leadership group to ensure 0 deficiencies and or 100% compliance of all regulations.
2. 6 Is able to access data using the LIS. Enter & retrieves information accurately and in a timely manner.

• 5. Participates in on going methodology review

1. 1 Performs new assay validation and/or reviews appropriate application testing for current and new tests

being developed.

5 .2 Reviews CAP literature for current testing methodologies.

5 .3 Evaluates new technologies that may be relevant to current or future testing applications.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

GH laboratory. Must have considerable knowledge of relevant department protocols, principles, and procedures.

LICENSURE

ASCP or equivalent preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Knowledge of

instrumentation and materials used in a clinical laboratory. Must pass a color blind test.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Working in a normal clinical laboratory environment, handling test samples, utilizing a computer terminal. Close concentration and attention to detail are required. Good phone and client service skills necessary. Foster a team approach by cooperating with co-workers, supervisors, hospital staff and physicians.